Timber

Built for the British Climate

Every piece of furniture we create is crafted from carefully selected C24 structural-grade timber, chosen specifically for its superior strength and reliability. This high-grade timber contains fewer knots and has a more consistent density than standard wood, making it the perfect choice for furniture that needs to stand the test of time.

We use pressure-treated timber exclusively in our workshop. This isn't just a surface treatment - it's a deep preservation process where protective compounds are forced deep into the wood's structure under high pressure. This creates a natural shield against:

• Rot and decay

• Fungal attack

• Wood-boring insects

• Weather damage

The result? Furniture that's ready to live outdoors year-round in the British climate, with an expected lifespan of 15-30 years.

Quality in Every Detail

• Our commitment to quality extends to every aspect of construction. We use professional-grade zinc-plated & yellow-passivated fixings that won't rust or stain your furniture, ensuring that every joint remains secure through years of use.

• Cut ends are treated with a clear preservative even if you don’t select a stain.

What to Expect as Your Furniture Ages

Because wood is a living material, it will naturally evolve over time:

• Colour Evolution: Our clear wood preserver protects against rot and water ingress while leaving the natural grain fully visible. Over the first 6 to 12 months, exposure to natural sunlight will cause the timber to weather gracefully into a classic silver-grey patina.

• Natural Cracks & Checks: As the wood expands and contracts with changing weather, small surface cracks (checking) may appear, particularly in hot sun. This is a completely normal characteristic of solid timber. Thanks to our deep pressure treatment and preserver application, these surface marks will not affect the structural integrity or durability of your piece.

• Seasonal Movement: You may notice minor shifting in the timber as humidity changes throughout the year. This natural breathing process is expected in quality wooden garden furniture.

Built to Last

• In a world of disposable furniture, we're proud to craft pieces that will serve your garden for decades. Our timber choice reflects our belief that garden furniture should be an investment, not a seasonal purchase.

Additional Protection

All of our garden furniture is crafted from high-quality, pressure-treated timber, providing robust built-in protection against decay and wood rot.

To ensure maximum longevity and immediate weather resistance, every piece comes hand-finished with a clear wood preserver as standard.

Barrettine Wood Preserver (Clear)

We apply Barrettine Wood Preserver to every item before it leaves the workshop. This high-grade treatment provides an essential extra layer of defence while keeping the natural character of the timber on display.

• Natural Aesthetic: Enhances the natural wood grain with a subtle, clear matt/satin finish that allows the timber to age gracefully into a natural patina.

• Active Biocidal Protection: Unlike basic off-the-shelf fence treatments that merely coat the surface, our preserver contains active fungicides that penetrate deep into the timber to actively kill rot spores and protect against wood-boring insects.

• Deep-Penetrating Solvent Formula: We use a professional-grade formula that soaks directly into the wood fibres rather than sitting on top, ensuring the protection stays within the timber where it is needed most.

• No Flaking, Peeling, or Blistering: Because true preservers do not form a plastic-like film on the surface, the finish will never crack, blister, or peel away over time as the timber naturally moves.

• Biochemical Defence: Standard DIY treatments rely entirely on keeping water out with a thin surface layer. Our preserver works at a cellular level, ensuring the wood remains biologically protected against decay even if the outer surface is scuffed or scratched.

• Effortless Long-Term Maintenance: When it comes time to refresh the finish in a few years, there is no tedious sanding or scraping of old, flaking paint required—simply apply a fresh coat directly over the clean timber.